Regina Mathilde Andrews | |
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Born | Regina M. Anderson May 21, 1901 |
Died | February 5, 1993 | (aged 91)
Nationality | American |
Other names | Regina M. Andrews (married name) Ursula Trelling (pen name) |
Education | Wilberforce University, Columbia University library school |
Occupation | Librarian |
Employer | New York Public Library |
Known for | Dedicated Librarianship, integral member of Harlem Renaissance, breaking the color barrier |
Spouse | William Trent Andrews, Jr. |
Children | 1 |
Regina M. Anderson (May 21, 1901 – February 5, 1993)[1] was an American playwright and librarian. Influenced by Ida B. Wells and the lack of Black history teachings in school, Anderson became a key member of the Harlem Renaissance.[2]